Discussion: A cold front will pass bringing rain, showers and thunderstorms. A few storms will be capable of being strong or severe with damaging wind an large hail as the main threats. The front and all the stormy weather will pass this evening with clear skies and cool temperatures overnight, leading to a mild and sunny day tomorrow. The weekend will then stay mostly dry and mild with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. A chance of rain does move back into the picture Sunday afternoon on a warm, moist onshore flow.

Thursday 5 a.m.: Heavy rain with the chance for severe weather is set for Thursday morning across the New Orleans metro area. Take a look at what WDSU.com' Interactive Radar predicts for Thursday morning.